Lab Planning & Scheduling Specialist

PPD (Thermo Fisher)

Richmond, VA, US
Onsite
Proficiency in erp systems like sap
Strong understanding of mrp principles
Experience with sales inventory operations planning
This role contributes to optimizing production schedules and inventory management to support the mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier

Job Summary

  • This role contributes to optimizing production schedules and inventory management to support the mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier.
  • The position requires developing and maintaining production plans that balance customer demand with manufacturing capacity while ensuring efficiency.
  • Candidates must be able to pass a comprehensive background check which includes a drug screening.

Matching Summary

This role contributes to optimizing production schedules and inventory management to support the mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proficiency in ERP systems like SAP
  • Strong understanding of MRP principles
  • Experience with Sales Inventory Operations Planning
  • Ability to analyze data for efficiency
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies

Nice-to-have

  • Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred
  • APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) preferred
  • Knowledge of GMP and quality systems
  • Project management experience preferred
  • Strong collaborative communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field
  • 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
  • Pass comprehensive background check including drug screening

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

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